Great Migration

Jazz, Chicago, and the Great Migration

Jazz, Chicago, and the Great Migration

September 23, 2019

How did the Great Migration of African-Americans in the twentieth century affect the development of jazz music...

The Struggle for Civil Rights in the Urban North

The Struggle for Civil Rights in the Urban North

July 30, 2019

Exploring relationships between the Great Migration and the civil rights struggle in northern cities and, especially, Chicago...

As an academic researcher and teacher of ancient and medieval history, I endeavor to give voice to the ideas and concepts from my studies and those of others and share them with those people seeking exposure to expert perspectives who may otherwise lack such direct access. I believe it is important that we open avenues of productive dialogue between experts and non-experts - both of whom I try to bring together here - in order to elevate the greater discussion of ideas among the engaged populace.

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